Through theoretical perspectives, historical analyses, and weekly film screenings, students gain insights into dynamic connections between architecture, the city, and film examining the symbiotic relationship between cinematic storytelling and the built environment. The multidisciplinary approach fosters a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between the constructed urban environment and its cinematic representation, addressing social issues and themes that permeate urban spaces.
By the course's conclusion, participants develop valuable insights into how films and architecture shape our perceptions of the city, contributing to a deeper understanding of the complex relationship between the material and the imagined city, and its implications for social dynamics through film screenings.